Core Refusal Reason
The proposed shed is located directly over a critical 1350mm surface water sewer, violating the required 10m maintenance setback and hindering access for essential cleaning and repairs.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is positioned directly over a 1350mm surface water sewer, failing to provide the mandatory 10m setback distance required for maintenance access.
- Diverting the pipe is not an acceptable solution as it would significantly reduce the local authority's ability to maintain the drainage system in full working order.
- The proposal contravenes specific objectives of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding surface water drainage, making it prejudicial to public health and contrary to proper planning.
Cited Policies (CDP)
GI4 Objective 6IE3 Objective 2
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the construction of a shed at the side and rear of a property at 1C, Coolamber Park, Knocklyon. South Dublin County Council refused the application primarily because the site contains a major 1350mm surface water sewer that conveys water from two streams. The proposed structure would obstruct the required 10m maintenance buffer, and the planning authority determined that any further development compromising this infrastructure would be detrimental to public he...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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